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A problem with dying on Mount Everest is that there’s a good chance you’ll stay on the mountain, as it’s simply too hard and dangerous to retrieve dead bodies. This is especially true near the summit, which is also the most dangerous leg of the climb. That means when climbers attempt to scale the world’s…

The Earth is a mysterious place with the greatest unknowns lying in the oceans, which cover two-thirds of our wonderful world. When you consider the extreme conditions, phenomenal geological features, and eerie creatures that lie kilometers under the sea, your head may begin to hurt a tad. Well, be prepared to have it blown wide…

Most people have never heard of the scientists who developed some of the critical ideas and technologies that make-up the modern computing experience. We’ve all heard of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates but not many know Tim Berners-Lee. That’s a shame. 10. John Von Neumann Von Neumann designed the architecture of the modern computer. Although he…

There is a subtle line between reality and fantasy. So subtle that it’s easy to cross it. But if we do, are we sure we’re going to end up in a fairy tale? Here are some “fairy tale” syndromes that aren’t so charming if you take a closer look and will make you think twice…

There are two different ways humans become the way we are: influence from our environment and influence from our genetics. Genetics have a much bigger influence on who we are than most people think. There are the obvious things that genetics influence like intelligence, athletic ability, and the size of your junk. Yet there are…

Whether they are our next-door neighbors or the animals at the zoo (or those neighbors with kids that belong in a zoo), everyone has a place of origin and a story of how they got to where they are now. Too often, we assume one’s background by where they live and their present status. However,…

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He was billed as the 8th wonder of the world – a legitimate giant of a man, 7 foot 4 inches tall and more than 500 pounds. Andre the Giant was the greatest attraction the world of professional wrestling has ever seen. Yet his appeal went far beyond the ring. With his humble manner and […]